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Yorkshire tiger latest: Inquest to open into death of former child star after climbing into zoo enclosure

Katie Dickinson

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An inquest has opened into the death of 24-year-old William Chapman, who died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. The hearing noted that Chapman had a history of mental illness and schizophrenia, and an investigation into his care is underway.

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The incident raises questions regarding mental health support services and public safety protocols at wildlife attractions.

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William Chapman had a diagnosis of schizophrenia and had experienced previous bouts of psychosis

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William Chapman , who entered a tiger enclosure at a wildlife park on Saturday, died from multiple traumatic injuries, an inquest opening has heard.

The 24-year-old was mauled to death at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster on Saturday.

An initial post-mortem examination recorded multiple traumatic injuries as the cause of his death, the hearing at Doncaster Coroner's Court on Thursday was told.

The inquest heard that Mr Chapman had a history of mental illness and a diagnosis of schizophrenia.

He had experienced previous bouts of psychosis, the hearing was told.

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